The Treasury has dismissed calls for an additional Sh20 billion for counties, with Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi urging governors to accept the Sh380 billion proposed by the National Assembly. For now, Sh400 billion is not feasible," he said, dismissing calls to borrow funds to meet the governors' demands. ODM leader Raila Odinga has joined senators in advocating for the Sh400 billion allocation, accusing the National Assembly of undermining devolution. "Counties should accept the Sh380 billion for this financial year. The ongoing dispute between the Senate and the National Assembly has seen both Houses adopt rigid positions, with senators insisting on Sh400 billion while MPs stand by the Sh380 billion figure.

Source: Daily Nation November 20, 2024 07:18 UTC